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1983.94; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1983.94; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Quilt
1983.94; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1983.94; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Quilt

Artifact ID1983.94
Object Type Quilt, Memory
Maker (Orangeburg, SC)
Gifter
Date ca. 1976
Medium textile, thread, dye
DimensionsOverall H 64 1/2 in x W 79 1/4 in (163.8 cm x 201.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA navy blue quilt features 20 white symmetrical squares, which depict themes associated with American history.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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